Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program
The Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program will support Victorian manufacturers to make more products or components that support the state’s transition towards net zero emissions by 2045.
Funding of between $100,000 to $750,000 is available. Note this funding must be matched by a minimum cash co-contribution of $3 for every $1 granted.
Eligible Projects
Projects under the Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program must involve the manufacturing of components or products for which there is demand in net zero and low emissions markets.
Examples of areas of priority include:
- advanced materials and components for renewables, such as wind turbines
- zero emissions transportation, such as electric vehicles
- batteries and other new energy technology components, to support the transition to net‑zero.
To be eligible, the project must involve the development or purchase of new equipment, processes, skills, or technology that directly support the making of products or components that will help Victoria transition to net zero.
Eligible project expenditure on the proposed activities in Victoria, includes:
- capital expenditure
- other project-related non-capitalised expenditure related to product and process improvements, evaluation and testing of new products and processes, technology development and supply chain capability development
- minor building alterations and fit-out costs
- external training costs specific to the technology
- external labour and contractors related to the delivery of the project.
Projects will be expected to commence within 30 days of execution of the grant agreement and complete within 12 months.
Eligible Businesses
Eligible businesses need to
- hold an Australian Business Number (ABN)
- be an employing business registered for WorkCover insurance with WorkSafe Victoria
- agree to meet any co-contribution requirements with eligible cash expenditure
- be currently engaged in manufacturing or the manufacturing supply chain or demonstrate a genuine commercial connection to the manufacturing supply chain in Victoria
Learn More
Click here to learn more and apply for the Made in Victoria – Energy Technologies Manufacturing Program
Note applications close on 13 December 2023
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